Judgment reversed, on the law, and new trial ordered. During its deliberations, the jury informed the court that it was hopelessly deadlocked at eleven to one.
After polling each juror individually to confirm the statement of deadlock, the court said: "This is not my opinion. I think if I send you out you can reach a verdict and I am going to send you out. Let me give you a few additional instructions, if I may. This verdict, when you reach a verdict, and I expect...
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